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Farewell to Gillian’s Pier, a change to Philly’s school admissions, and new energy for the DNC

The Week in Philly from KYW Newsradio
The Week in Philly from KYW Newsradio
Episode • Aug 17, 2024 • 38m

Representatives from the crucial swing state of Pennsylvania head to the Democratic National Convention next week. We find out what they’re expecting and what the DNC could tell us about the future of Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign. Philadelphia has been a cultural hub for break dancing, but what do local breakers think of the sport’s Olympic premiere? We have all that and more as Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio’s reporters break down what the Philadelphia region is buzzing about this week.

00:00 Intro

02:05 What to watch at the DNC

07:55 Saying goodbye to Gillian’s Wonderland Pier

13:36 Everything you need to know about Philly’s new school lottery system

18:37 Council Rock Newtown plays in the Little League World Series

23:39 Montgomery County makes push to end period poverty

29:39 Philly breakers react to the Olympic premiere

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